Rafting in the ice-cold water of the Köprüçay in Köprülü Canyon National Park, then crossing the Roman-era Oluk Bridge and climbing to the ancient city of Selge on the mountaintop. A day of adventure from Antalya.
Things to experience at least once in Türkiye: the Eastern Express and the train to Lake Van, sunrise on Mount Nemrut, the Lycian Way, a Blue Cruise, the sunken city of Kekova, the Hittite capital, Selimiye and Kırkpınar, and skiing on Erciyes and Palandöken. We don't sell train, boat or ski tickets; each route links to the official sales channel. Places where seasons and hours may change carry a "check before you go" notice.
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Start: ≈ 1.5 hours from Antalya (via the Side road) · stay 180 min
Most rafting trips start from operators around Beşkonak; after a safety briefing, you paddle about 12–14 km down the current of the Köprüçay.
The starting point depends on the operator; location approximate.
≈ 20 min by car · stay 20 min
A single-arched Roman-era stone bridge over the narrow gorge of the canyon.
Location approximate.
≈ 20 min by car (mountain road) · stay 90 min
A Pisidian city built more than 1,000 metres up in the Taurus Mountains; its theatre ringed by mountains and ruins scattered among the village houses.
Location approximate.
≈ 2 h 15 min · fast ferry + bus · Day trip
Why here: The first Ottoman capital. The Green Mosque, the Grand Mosque and Koza Han make an easy day trip; we suggest it if you are staying in Istanbul for more than four days. Not part of this route.
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Source: Prof. Dr. İlber Ortaylı (1947–2026)
Source: Prof. Dr. İlber Ortaylı (1947–2026)
